Vietnam seeks fintech partnerships during Deputy PM’s US visit
(VOVWORLD) - Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh met leaders of major financial institutions and fintech-focused investment funds in New York on Wednesday, during his working visit to the United States to promote plans for an international financial centre in Vietnam and to seek deeper cooperation in banking and finance.
 Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh meets Jonathan Krane, founder and CEO of KraneShares. (Photo: VGP/Nguyen Hoang) |
At the meetings, Jonathan Krane, founder and CEO of KraneShares, proposed organising international events such as a “Vietnam Day” at the New York Stock Exchange to showcase the country’s financial market potential.
José Fernández da Ponte, President of the Stellar Development Foundation, said the organisation is keen to establish cooperation with Vietnam in payments and financial infrastructure.
 Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh receives Jose Fernandez da Ponte, President of the Stellar Development Foundation. (Photo: VGP/Nhat Bac) |
He added that it is ready to take part in and support major financial conferences and events in Vietnam in the near future.
Richard Sobel of Polymorphic Capital said Vietnam’s plan to establish an international financial centre is a step in the right direction, citing the country’s strong human resources, strategic location, and regional connectivity.
 Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Hoa Binh meets Richard Sobel, founder and partner of Polymorphic Capital. (Photo: VGP/Nguyen Hoang) |
He also expressed readiness to help connect Vietnam’s planned financial hub with global investment funds and promote its investment potential.
Deputy PM Binh said cooperation with international financial institutions and investment funds will help Vietnam refine policies that are currently in a pilot phase.